Another motion of no confidence planned against Wheatley gov’t
Leader of the Opposition Myron Walwyn has tabled a motion of no confidence in the government led by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, citing widespread dissatisfaction with the administration’s economic management, public services, and transparency.
2025-05-28 12:12:35 - VI News Staff
Leader of the Opposition Myron Walwyn has tabled a motion of no confidence in the government led by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, citing widespread dissatisfaction with the administration’s economic management, public services, and transparency.
This is not the first time the opposition has taken such action against the Dr Wheatley administration, which has faced increasing scrutiny since assuming office in April 2023. The motion, scheduled for the next sitting of the House of Assembly that commences Tuesday, June 3, outlines a lengthy list of grievances ranging from fiscal mismanagement to neglect of vital sectors such as health, education, and agriculture.
According to the HOA’s order paper on which the motion is listed, Walwyn’s motion highlights the government’s $20 million budget error, that created a fiscal shortfall that has pushed projected 2025 expenditure beyond expected revenue. Walwyn also criticized the administration’s failure to produce a strategic financial plan as mandated by the Public Finance Management (Amendment) Act, 2012.
“The economic outlook is bleak, and quality of life is rapidly declining,” the motion reads, asserting that Premier Wheatley has lost the confidence of the public and failed to demonstrate effective leadership.